By Joni Lee
The Haysville Times
One of Haysville’s own has the spotlight of fame shining brightly on her in Branson, Missouri.
Kelly Black, former Haysville resident, has been nominated for two of the 2006 Branson Critic Awards. She has been nominated for Best Musician and is a member of Toni Roi’s Powerhouse Band, a Best Band nominee.
Kelly picked up a guitar and taught herself to play in high-school. After growing up in Haysville, Kelly spread her musical wings by moving to Branson ten years ago. She has been a member of various bands and toured over the years with musicians such as Johnny Lee.
The group she is currently playing with, the Powerhouse Band, is part of Toni Roi’s show, who is an Elvis Presley impersonator.
The Branson Critic Awards include six categories that are voted on by fans. If you would like to view the other nominees or vote for Kelly, visit www.bransoncritic.com and click on Branson Critic Awards. Voting ends October 1st.
Our congratulations and good luck wishes go out to Kelly!